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Inmate Dies Amidst New York Prison Officer Strike

Jonathon Grant, a 61-year-old inmate serving a sentence for rape and burglary, died Saturday at Auburn Correctional Facility in New York during an ongoing corrections officer strike; a medical examiner will determine the cause of death, while the Legal Aid Society cites the strike's impact on medica...

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DBS to Cut 4,000 Jobs Amidst AI Automation

Singapore's DBS bank will cut up to 4,000 jobs over three years due to AI automation, affecting contract and non-permanent staff, while creating nearly 1,000 new AI-related roles; permanent staff unaffected.

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Rise in Dual Part-Time Employment Challenges Traditional Dutch Family Model

The number of Dutch couples both working part-time has risen significantly to 419,000, challenging the traditional "one-and-a-half earner model" and prompting research into the role of recent parental leave policies.

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Gender Equality
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Record Number of Business Closures in the Netherlands in 2024

In 2024, a record 153,000 businesses in the Netherlands ceased operations, representing 6% of all businesses; 90% were sole proprietorships, reflecting the growing trend of self-employment, while stricter regulations on disguised employment may impact future closure rates.

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Small Business Uncertainty Spikes to Third Highest on Record

A January poll reveals a 14-point jump in the small business uncertainty index to 100, its third highest ever, driven by labor shortages and persistent inflation, despite optimism remaining high at 102.8; decreased capital investments are planned.

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Shifting Career Priorities: Fewer Employees Aspiring to Management Roles

A survey of 1,000 US full-time employees revealed that only 38% aspire to management, highlighting a shift in career priorities towards skill mastery and individual contribution over traditional hierarchical advancement.

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Record High Resignations in Spain Highlight Workplace Dissatisfaction

Rosa Sánchez's resignation exemplifies a growing trend in Spain: over 3.1 million people voluntarily left their jobs in 2024, a 49% increase since 2021, driven by factors like low salaries, lack of career progression, and poor work-life balance.

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Hospital's Well-Being Initiative Boosts Satisfaction by 76%

Royal Free Hospital's data-driven well-being initiative, detailed in a BMJ Leader study, resulted in a 76% increase in workplace satisfaction, a 22% rise in professional development program compliance, and a jump in employee survey participation from 35% to 57% among approximately 3,000 staff member...

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Sumar Proposes 35-Hour Workweek for Spanish State Employees

Sumar registered an amendment to Spain's Public Service Act, proposing a 35-hour workweek for over 530,000 state administration employees, a shorter timeframe than the 37.5 hours proposed for the private sector, aiming to standardize the practice seen in regional and local administrations.

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Israeli Companies Navigate Post-War Work Challenges: Balancing Business Continuity and Employee Well-being

Following the October 7, 2024 war, Israeli companies like Bank Leumi and Amdocs prioritized employee well-being while maintaining business continuity, highlighting the importance of crisis management and flexible work structures; however, the need for tailored support for employees facing prolonged ...

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Soaring Australian Housing Prices Outpace Wage Growth, Exacerbating Affordability Crisis

Australian median dwelling values have surged to $1.01 million, more than doubling since 2012, while wages increased by only 37.8 percent, creating a significant affordability gap despite recent price slowdowns; experts suggest increased housing supply as a solution but note political challenges.

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UK Corner Shops Face Economic Headwinds; Wholesale Giant Sounds Alarm

Jason Wouhra, CEO of Lioncroft Wholesale, discusses the challenges faced by 10,000+ independent businesses supplied by his company, emphasizing the importance of supporting these vital community cornerstones in the face of corporate competition and rising costs.

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